A GOOD night's sleep and lot of laughter are among the keys to success for East Lancashire managers, according to a business guriu.

Professor Mortimer Feinberg spoke to more than 200 bosses during his trip to the area.

He began his visit with a workshop for 12 women managers followed by a dinner at the Dunkenhalgh Hotel, Clayton-le-Moors.

"In order to be successful these days you need desire for achievement, pure animal energy, readiness to make decisions , resistance to stress, emotional stamina, pride and the capacity to resolve differences," said the American consultant and author. "Managers have to be able to communicate in all situations and control their anger. They also have to get a good night's sleep and plenty of laughter. "

Professor Feinberg flew to East Lancashire for events held to coincide with Investors in People week.

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